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O&M BOP Manager
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O&M BOP Manager
Oelwein IA, IA
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Job Type
Full-time
Description
Job Summary
The O&M BOP Manager is responsible for the oversight, operations, maintenance and troubleshooting of the Balance of Plant (BOP) equipment and infrastructure on a customer-owned windfarm and will act as the project owner’s onsite representative for all BOP activities.
Essential Functions
- Work with the Project Owner to ensure that the project BOP equipment continues to operate as intended
- Plan and perform scheduled equipment inspections
- Record and report any discrepancies or possible problems found
- Develop and execute strategies for operational efficiency, safety, and performance optimization.
- Respond to any onsite collection system faults or substation trips that arise and determine the cause of the fault or trip within 24 hours
- Working on and troubleshooting various pieces of equipment including but not limited to: padmount transformers, underground and above ground collection systems, HV junction boxes, substations, fuses, cut-outs, insulators, reclosures, relays, meters, CTs, PTs, and switches
- Monitor site performance metrics and provide corrective action plans as needed.
- Perform relay setting adjustments or changes as directed by the project owner
- Communication with off-taker for any unscheduled site outages
- Troubleshooting service / repair needs and performing required work in a safe and timely fashion
- Promoting a and ensuring positive safety culture
- Reporting to project owner any Environmental, Health and Safety concerns
- Perform underground cable locates as required
- Perform pad mount transformer and substation switching as required
- Communication / SCADA System maintenance as required
- Site road and substation yard maintenance (to include upkeep and snow & vegetation removal coordination)
- Coordinate, manage, and supervise general equipment repairs and maintenance that may be required from subcontractors
- Serve as the primary liaison between site-level management and senior corporate leadership.
- Protecting TAKKION value by keeping information confidential
- Other Duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Education & Experience Requirements/Competencies
To perform the essential functions of this position successfully, an individual should be able to demonstrate and provide the following:
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HS diploma or GED equivalent required.
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Completion of High Voltage training provided by employer and demonstration of competence
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Completion of Underground Locating training provided by employer
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Proficiency in Lock-Out-Tag-Out (LOTO) procedures and requirements
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Two (2) years or more experience working with or around High Voltage systems and substations.
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Proficient with reading and interpretating Collection System drawings and schematics.
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Strong electrical background surrounding high voltage collection systems and substations, analytical thinker with the ability to resolve complex issues, and manage tight deadlines and rapid change.
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Excellent organizational skills, communications skills, detail-oriented, the ability to multi-task, and most importantly, the ability to work well in a team.
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Demonstrates openness to change, flexibility, and adaptability.
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Self-starter with a drive for continuous improvement of the business operations.
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Express willingness to step out of the box to assist other teams to meet and overcome challenges for the company.
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Work Environment/Physical Requirements
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This position is largely self-directed and requires understanding of company policy, procedures, and values. Team members will be required to adhere to all safety requirements in all work environments. This position operates in a office and in-field environment.
Specific physical requirements include:
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Working outdoors in extreme and adverse weather conditions at times
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On feet for approximately 90% of the time
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Occasionally lifting weights of fifty (50) pounds or less.
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All proper PPE must be worn when entering the facility.
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Salary Description
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$80,000-$100,000
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